Randall Glenn (Keyport, NJ class): Pleasantly surprised! definately leaned some useful information that will help me be a better boater.

Christopher Williams (Keyport, NJ class): Gave food instructions and very knowledgeable. Time went fast at 8 hour course.

Tyler Griffity (Barnegat, NJ class): Capt John was great and enthusiastic. Easy to hear and understand.

Sam Dalfonzo (South Plainfield, NJ class): I am E-Mailing you to let you know that Capt. Phil Masters did an incredible great job in organizing and teaching the class. One thing that I did get from him was his life’s experiences that he encountered on the water. I truly appreciate the effort that he put into teaching the class. Please thank him and I would say that he is a credit to the organization.Thank you again

Lou Ambrosio (via email) (Clifton, NJ class): I just want to send out a short thank you for the Boating Safety Course I just attended in Clifton on 3/25 & 3/27. I would also like to say the Captain Phil Masters is a pleasure to have as an instructor. He is extremely knowledgeable and very easy to understand. He answered everybody’s questions and made the class an enjoyable experience. I’m looking forward to getting out on the water soon. Thank you again.

Student in the Westfield, NJ class: A lot of information to digest, the instructor (Capt. Steve) did a great job summarizing the most important information.

A. M. (via email) (Delran, NJ class): I wanted to let you know what a great experience my father and I had in your boating class. My father was angry that he had to take a test after many years of boating. The instructor (Capt. Phil) made the class enjoyable and informative, and made it easy to remember what we needed to know for the test. I will recommend this class to my friends and family.

Mark Sudziarski (Bordentown, NJ class): Scott was very knowledgeable and kept the course interesting. I have been boating for 15 years and still learned some things. I am glad this is a required course for all boaters.

John Fleming (Toms River, NJ class): John did a great job. Went over the material at a good pace and had a good teaching skills.

Mark, via email (Bordentown, NJ class): I would just like to give you some feedback on the on the boating course I took this week. The class was great, the instructor had a lot of experience with boating in general and shared his experiences with us. The class was fun and very interactive. I would highly recommend this class to all of my friends. My wife will be signing up for this class shortly as she will need to get her certification. Please share this with Scott (instructor) to let him know he is doing a great job!

James Perry (Scotch Plains/Westfield, NJ class): He was a great instructor (Capt Keith) who was fun, funny and nice.

Harry Yospin: (Via email) (Warren, NJ class): Just a note to tell you that the class was well thought out and moved along at a very quick pace. I found that the sessions flew and that I was really prepared for the test. I also found it interesting in how many things I had been doing correctly for years and even one or two that needed to be done better or different. I would not hesitate to recommend his class..: Capt. Bob was seriously good.

Nicole Bogantes (Mountainside, NJ class): Found the instructor (Capt. Steve) to be very informative and thorough. Enjoyed the class.

Christopher Brown (Barnegat, NJ class): John is very professional and knowledgeable instructor.

Student in the Gladstone, NJ class (via e-mail): I just wanted to send you an over due email, can you please extend a great thank you to Capt Bob. Not only did he make the course engaging and informative, but he went the extra step and sent my 12 year old daughter the covenanted "yellow certificate". I should note that it came in an envelope addressed to "Capt. Amy P." which made it all that much better and now hangs on the refrigerator. I would certainly recommend the course to anyone from a novice (which we are) or experienced boater (which there were several in attendance).

Dawn Puglia & Michele Grimes (Bordentown, NJ class): The instructor, Scott, had a terrific energy level that did make the day go pretty quickly. It was important that he shared so many different stories with the class so people would get familiar with the expectations and dangers we may face on the water. Thank you to your program and the professionalism of the instructor we had on this day.

Cheryl Beqaj (Westfield, NJ class): Helped me understand the "rules of the road" in an engaging way. Al was great!

Michael Giaimo: (Clifton, NJ Class, via e-mail) I wanted to again thank Captain (Bob) and express my content with how your courses had went. After talking with people who took boating safety courses elsewhere, there is no doubt that you are running a very good program. I for one was most pleased and will recommend your course to others.

Student in the Scotch Plains/Westfield class: Very knowledgeable, made class interesting and provided good answers to questions.

Student in the Scotch Plains/Westfield class: Very good instructor with great analogies to make material relevant.

Student in the Scotch Plains/Westfield class: Course was informative. Rob is the man! Thanks.

Ruhannah Rojas (Clifton, NJ class): I really appreciated the fact that the instructor took time to review, review, review. This helped me to absorb what I have been taught which is more valuable than my certificate.

Shannon Parsells (Leonardo, NJ class): I was happy wit my overall experience with the instructor and course, and thought the instructor was very personable and easy to listen to.

Christopher Feixeila (Warren, NJ class): Instructor was very knowledgeable and kept game of the dry subject matter interesting with personal anecdotes.

Mark Sudziarski (Bordentown, NJ class): Scott was very knowledgeable and kept the course interesting. I have been boating for 15 years and still learned some things. I am glad this is a required course for all boaters.

Randy Stevens: (Via Email) (Bridgewater, NJ class): I was quite disappointed that the NJSP (NJ State Police/Marine Safety Division) no longer offered the test outs (testing out of having to take the NJ boat safety course). I’ve been boating for 48 years and I was really mad when the DMV denied me my boating license. I took the class begrudgingly. I was expecting a horribly long day. But the Captain made the class enjoyable, the long day flew by, and I even learned a few things. The boat class helped me ace my boaters exam. Now I’m back on the water, legally! Thanks Boat Safe US!

Bilal Sayyid (Garwood, NJ class): Great instructor. A wealth of information. I have boated for years without knowing some of these important rules.

Robert Swan (Bordentown, NJ class): Very good! I learned a lot even though I've been operating a jet ski for years!

Harry Yospin: (Via email) (Warren, NJ class): Just a note to tell you that the class was well thought out and moved along at a very quick pace. I found that the sessions flew and that I was really prepared for the test. I also found it interesting in how many things I had been doing correctly for years and even one or two that needed to be done better or different. I would not hesitate to recommend his class..: He was seriously good.

Melissa Travers (Stirling, NJ class): Our instructor was excellent! He was clear, thorough, funny, and incredibly patient. This was way better than I expected.

(Student in the Bordentown, NJ Boating Class): Excellent instruction, good information, great instructor and motivation levels.

(Student in the Bordentown, NJ Boating Class): Good instruction, lesson was kept interesting and had good pacing.

James Hartmann (Bordentown, NJ Class): Excellent! Very knowledgeable, courteous and professional, Would recommend to anyone.

Donna Vagnozzi-Bucci (Bordentown, NJ class): Good, kept interest most of the day. Enjoyed the videos -broke up the lecture for the good, kept attention.

Mark, Via Email (Bordentown, NJ class): I would just like to give you some feedback on the on the boating course I took this week. The class was great, the instructor had a lot of experience with boating in general and shared his experiences with us. The class was fun and very interactive. I would highly recommend this class to all of my friends. My wife will be signing up for this class shortly as she will need to get her certification. Please share this with Scott (instructor) to let him know he is doing a great job!

John Novak III (Bordentown, NJ class): He was great and made it really easy to understand the material.

Patricia Ozbalik (South Plainfield, NJ class): Great instructor; very informative and very clear with the information.

Dawn Puglia & Michele Grimes: The instructor, Scott, had a terrific energy level that did make the day go pretty quickly. It was important that he shared so many different stories with the class so people would get familiar with the expectations and dangers we may face on the water. Thank you to your program and the professionalism of the instructor we had on this day.

Francine Cannata: Instructor was extremely professional and knowledgeable.

Christopher Anderson: I think the instructor did an excellent job teaching this long course.

Jack Sandlin: Excellent and enjoyable; informative.

Student in the Delran class: The instructor was a great instructor. gave us a lot of good tips.

Alber D'Autrechy: More information than expected. Excellent flow to the classes.

Rick Kostrub: Very thorough and complete.

Robert Durbano: Very good. I feel confident that I will be safe on the water.

Kenneth Matysek: Much to learn and it's good we have an enthusiastic instructor.

Student in the Bridgewater class: The instructor was very knowledgeable of the subject matter and gave real life examples.

Joseph Borke: Well done. Instructor kept it from being boring. Material was presented in an easy to understand, up beat way.

Sandra Velez: Instructor was very pleasant and informative - course did not seem like 8 hours.

Bryan Blauvelt: Instructor made it an enjoyable experience.

Kerry O'Neill: Instructor is very engaging and knows the material. He made a long 8 hour course go by quickly.

Andrew Krueger: Very easy and enjoyable.

Mary Alexander: He was great. Kept everyone's attention with his enthusiasm, wit and humor.

Sean Morelli: Instructor was very helpful and friendly.

Samantha Ross: Instructor was great; made class fun and easy.

A student in the Clifton boat safety class: Great instructor, class was clear and concise; fun!

Glenn Wagner: Very clear, easy to listen to.

Jose Delgado: A lot more friendly and easier to understand than the website version. Recommend to use instructor.

Frederick Kaulfer: Instructor was very well versed and knowledgeable. Also kept the class interesting and fun.

Anthony Marino: Great instruction. Easy to understand.

A student in the Bordentown boat safety class: Easy to follow, entertaining. Instructor very knowledgeable. Good examples. good videos. Instructor has much experience boating.

Robert Scalero, Jr.: Taking many continuing education classes. The instruction was the most dynamic in a long time.

Alan Marx: Very good teacher, made it fun, very well spoken, makes me feel prepared.

Kevin Soule: He spoke very clearly and was always open to questions.

Andrew Martin: Great and entertaining while educational.

Steven Gouin: Excellent course, very informative and interesting,. The captain was a great teacher.

Lea Marx: Very good instructor. Super efficient! I learned a lot and now feel prepared to boat safely!

John Lee: Capt. Al was very proficient and knowledgeable.

Amy Kopec: The Captain was very helpful with examples and questions.

Ronald Kopec: The Captain was a great instructor. I came in knowing next to nothing and felt I learned so much hat I can apply on the water.

Barbara Zolli: Great teacher! Course covers a great deal of information and many type of boating. Increases confidence. Lots of fun.

Pablo Velez: Instructor made it easy to remember material.

Toni Marie Peake: Very good instructor, explained things very well, moved at a good pace through class.

Matt Ivan: It was great. I learned a lot and am excited to begin making memories on the water.

Joan Ivan-Teeple: Great flow of material, easy to learn.

Aurea Peake: Capt was great, made it interesting and kept things going at a good pace.

Jarrod Goodarz: Good instructor, helped teach things thoroughly. Explained well and in detail.

Student in the Bordentown Class: Great attitude, very informative.

Michael Jacobelli: It was good. Loved the course. I may get a bigger boat and maybe a sailboat.

Ryan Palermo: Instructor had excellent knowledge of the material and presented it well.

Mary Demarest: He made it fun and interesting

Nancy Lee Carlson: Love his style

Michael MacGregor: (the Captain) takes the effort to make the class enjoyable and easy to learn. Worked with my schedule when I missed a class

William Carlson: Clear, easy to understand.

Victor Tribuzio: I thought he (the Captain) was knowledgeable and very personable. Kept the long day fun.

Danielle Tribuzio: Very good. was enjoyable to listen to, made it easier to get through the time.

Dave Traub: Instructor was excellent. Made a long day enjoyable and very helpful.

Michal Chelchowski: Very helpful and would recommend it to others.

Shari Iavarone: Thorough, extremely knowledgeable, entertaining.

Kyle Hrynkiewicz: The Captain was a great instructor and I definitely will recommend the class. He is a great teacher.

Margaret Gorbe: Excellent instructor- knowledgeable - gave examples and was professional and pleasant.

(Student in the Gladstone boating class, via e-mail): I just wanted to send you an over due email, can you please extend a great thank you to Capt Bob. Not only did he make the course engaging and informative, but he went the extra step and sent my 12 year old daughter the covenanted "yellow certificate". I should note that it came in an envolpe addressed to "Capt. Amy P." which made it all that much better and now hangs on the refrigerator. I would certainly recommend the course to anyone from a novice (which we are) or experienced boater (which there were several in attendence).

(Student in the South Plainfield boating class): Great instructor, lots of knowledge, very helpful with all questions.

Bruce Witte: Great instructor, very interesting and knowledgeable.

Robert Piano, Sr.: Very good, very informative and explains very well.

Thomas Kaylen: the instructor was very clear and knowledgeable. he covered all of the book extremely well.

Jaret Labinger: Instructor was easy to understand and a pleasure to learn from. The overall class was fun and informative.

John Carnera: Knowledgeable instructor, excellent presentation.

(Student in the Gladstone boating class): Good speaker, stayed with high energy, good use of anecdotes and video.

Richard Nugent: Instructor was great and kept the class interesting. I leaned a lot!

Arthur Lawshe, Jr.: The course was full of helpful tips about other than just boating.

Catherine Veitch: (The) Captain was amazing. He made the 8 hours less daunting than I thought it would be, I actually had fun!

Michael Brodtman: Instructor is very well informed about all local laws pertaining to boating.

Marieann Hall: Awesome and fun.

Jeanne Bruno: Good pace and stayed on track..

Richard Episcopo: The instructor was excellent. He spoke clearly and loud enough for everyone to hear.

Mark Wenger (Via E-mail): Gladstone Boating Safety CourseJake and I are very happy with the course. (The Captain) was great. Kept the info interesting and moving at a good pace. There was a lot to cover. The homework was unexpected and took a little longer than I'd like, but understandable…… Thanks again

Alexandra Costa: Instructor was very informative and well spoken. He gave ample time for questions and discussions.

Paul Herman: Very enthusiastic and easy to understand. Great job.

Ryan Prochko: (The Captain is a) Great guy. Explains in great detail and made the class interesting and upbeat.

(Student in the Gladstone, NJ Class): The class was insightful and interesting. As a seasoned boater, I learned several things about boating in NJ.

Ariel Avalos: Great instructor. Very good at associating terms with definitions.

Gene Skowronski (Via E-mail): Boating Safety Class in Westfield / Garwood, NJI had a pleasant experience with your Boat Safety Class. The Class was informative and presented well. The instructor was well spoken, well informed and made an excellent instructor.... I do feel I walked out of the class with something besides a Boating Certificate.... Respect & knowledge of water..... I will definitely pass your name on to any of my friends needing a Boating Certificate.

Logan Dombrowski (Via E-mail): Your Clifton NJ ClassI took your class in Clifton and it was a great experience. I thought the instructor was approachable, professional and very knowledgeable. I will definately recommend this class to my friends and family.

Gregory Zaluski: We had a great class in Wildwood, NJ. I learned a lot about marine safety. The instructor even explained that I could take a test out when I went on vacation in New Hampshire because they didn't accept the New Jersey Sate Boaters Safety Certificate. I can't wait to receive my card so I can get my boating license!

Stacey Fontana: I found the class in Westfield / Garwood great! The instructor kept the class moving and interesting.

Anthony Farina: good course that was very informative and helpful to teach about boating safety.

Theodore Green: Very good and well spoken; explains everything to the fullest.

(Student in Keyport class): Instructor was very knowledgeable. Good use of real-life experiences.

Joseph Luvallo: Very good, instructor was very knowledgeable and good with teaching class.

Sarah Long: The Peapack class was awesome. I really learned a lot. I can now ride the waters with confidence.

Nicole DiPersio: Very good in teaching, explaining and giving examples.

Brian Nasta: Very nice guy, funny and a good instructor; seems like a very cool guy.

(Student in Keyport class): Well spoken, moved at great pace; provided various ways to explain information.

Randy Stevens: (Via Email) I was quite disappointed that the NJSP (NJ State Police/Marine Safety Division) no longer offered the test outs (testing out of having to take the NJ boat safety course). I’ve been boating for 48 years and I was really mad when the DMV denied me my boating license. I took the class begrudgingly. I was expecting a horribly long day. But the Captain made the class enjoyable, the long day flew by, and I even learned a few things. The boat class helped me ace my boaters exam. Now I’m back on the water, legally! Thanks Boat Safe US!

Michael Minutillo: The course was very informative and the instructor was easy to understand and very helpful.

Emily Bagnell: The instructor was very well educated about the rules of boating and very enjoyable.

Michael Scasny: (The instructor) taught a good course. He knows his stuff.

Scott Elliot: The class in Maple Shade was very informative, the instructor made it easy.

Elizabeth Carlino: Scott is a great instructor and knows a lot about boats.

Brea Saunders: Non-intimidating for beginning/casual boaters and you lean everything you need to know, you really do!

Matthew Lucas: Excellent instructor, polite and good communication.

James Lindeman: Great instructor, very informative and thorough program.

Robert Swan: Very good! I learned a lot even though I've been operating a jet ski for years!

Jason Hoffman: Made it fun and interesting.

Nick Brachelli: I would recommend this course to anyone who asks.

Susan Molnar: Very thorough with a sense of humor.

Margaret Kuclune: The Boat Safe US class in Maple Shade NJ was a great experience. The captain made it so easy that my teenage son got a 100 on his exam!

Falone McTamney: I didn't know a lot about boats but now I do, thanks to you.

Jillian Yospin: the instructor was excellent!! He made some dry information much more interesting and entertaining.

Steve West Jr.: Great / loud speaker. No problems hearing. Very informative.

Donald Smith: Great delivery - good voice projection, would recommend to anyone.

Drew Desai: Very good, easy course. instructor was great.

Matt Chrystal: Captain was an excellent instructor. The tone and volume of his voice kept the class paying attention. Pace was good, repetition throughout course was great to help memorize key facts.

Andrew Sinise: I received my NJ boat safety certificate at the Warren class, and the Captain did a great job. The audio visuals were really entertaining and the instructor was helpful and informative.

Christopher Karulski: Entertaining, enthusiastic, and knowledgeable. made the course interesting. if everyone on the water adhered to the guidelines outlined in this course, boating would be much more enjoyable and safe for all.

James Slattery: Take this course even if you think you are boat safe.

Nicola DeMonte: Makes the course fun and easy to understand.

Simon Nijnews: Really impressed with the instructors knowledge and willingness to help us be safe boaters, thank you.

Rosana Da Silva: Instructor made it entertaining considering it was an all day course.

Brad Whitman: It was great. I learned a lot of important stuff.

Lisa Robak: Did an excellent job - very effective in his teaching methods to help us to acheive a passing score. Made us very comfortable.

Tara Hesse: Awesome, made the class interesting and fun.

Paul Kujawski: (The captain) is an excellent instructor, reinforcement of concept is a good tool. Class is a great refresher.

Allison Berrebbi: Instructor was very knowledgeable. Great class for beginners.

William Hooley: Instructor was great. Very friendly and very thorough.

Oren Schaham: Instructor did a great job; made material interesting and I learned things I did not know before.

William Franklin: Very good, explained all categories well.

Patrick Dametz: (The Captain) was on key he made learning exciting and didn't find myself bored.

Richard Palmesino: Instructor was very good! More informative than I originally expected.

Jeffrey Perez: Instructor made everything very clear and understandable.

Clayton from Maplewood (via email): The day-long New Jersey Boating Safety Class was an exceptional experience. Our instructor was not only an expert; he was a regular guy as well. He interspersed the course materials with real-world experiences fishing the same waters those of us in the room fished. The course wasn’t just about safety- it was about being a capable captain as well. I learned several very important factoids that will make me a safe and competent captain with my two young sons aboard my boat. Finally, I thank Boat Safe US, LLC for the Saturday class- the Internet-only courses only have weekday classes in obscure locations that start too early in the evening- most people who can afford to buy a boat have a full-time job.

Michael Schneider: Instructor went over all materials very well; took time out to explain everything.

John Kupsch: Clear and loud spoken; to the point about the facts; good to go.

Nancy Frontera: The instructor was very knowledgeable and friendly. He made a long day enjoyable and interesting.

Lynn Scapicchio: There was a lot of information but the instructor was great and the time went by fast.

Ralph Rosen: (Via Email) I took the class at the Town and Country in Keyport, NJ. The Captain did an awesome job. Between the audio visuals and the funny stories, he kept my attention and helped me get a 100 on the test! He made it so easy and enjoyable that I'm sending my dad to the American Legion in Leonardo next week. Thanks Boat Safe US!

Adam Mavromatis: Instructor was full of energy and kept my full attention.Danielle Swinsburg: Very informing and the information was clearly presented.

Sarah Stanley: I thoroughly enjoyed the course. I had taken it online and I feel I obtained more information having the instructor teach me and including personal experience.

Paul Ost: The course is thorough and our instructor was excellent. Covered the material with obvious boating and instructional technique.

William Schultz: Instructor kept the class enjoyable and engaging, interesting and moving.

John Langdon: The instructor kept a lively class, comical but informative.

Christopher DeAngelis: Instructor was knowledgeable and funny – made the 8 hours seem like 4.

Robert Bunting: (The instructor) kept the class motivated and interested.

Thomas Toth: (Via email) Just completed my boating safety course. Passed with no problem. The Capt. is an excellent, interesting and engaging instructor. He made the time fly by and made sure we knew the material.

Philip Memoli: Excellent instructor. The course was a joy and I wish I took it sooner

Maria Sblendorio: Excellent, thorough and easy to understand.

Regina McKenna Nadbielny: I thought he did an excellent job, keeping it informative, interesting and moving along.

Thomas Huettenmoser: High energy and enthusiasm. Keeps it interesting and instructor has a passion for boating.

John Langdon: The instructor kept a lively class. Comical but informative.Joseph Berklesky: Excellent teacher, great assistance, great attitude and funny.

John Meyer: Instructor was professional , knowledgeable and courteous.

Louis Wm.. Martini, Jr.: Very good – kept the day moving, was very personable.

William Moller: Good guy to have at 8:30am on Saturday to keep me up.

John Costantino: The instructor made someone who had no knowledge of boating feel very comfortable. I learned a great deal during the 2 nights.

John Kelly: Instructor extremely knowledgeable and had a lot of interesting information to offer.

Nancy Williams-Mayes: He (the instructor) was very good, excellent speaker, kept my attention, had good knowledge in course.

David Kleinman: The instructor had tremendous knowledge regarding boating safety and was able to present it in a very clean manner.

Diane Farrell: The Captain made the course interesting with his fine personality and knowledge.

James Silk: Instructor was experienced and clear. Good communicator.

Thomas Nitting: Terrific course and instructor – knowledgeable and good understanding of the water.

Marijo Paulus: Instructor was engaging and knowledgeable in subject matter.

Robert Bieljeski: Course was easier because of the instructor.

Bobby Herrington (via email): Just wanted to let you know that me and father took the class last Sunday in Warren NJ and it was great! We learned a lot and the instructor was top-notch! He had really great teaching aids, props, etc. and made the class very interesting. We even learned something new about trailering the boat...never knew to put the safety chains in an "x", so we'll be doing that going forward.If I know of anyone else that needs to take the class I'll send them your way.

Margaret Dolan: Very imformative and (the) instructor kept it lively and interesting.

Kermit Hoffman: Instructor did an excellent job. He was able to get all to participate.

Dennis Dejesus: Instructor was very understanding to class and had great knowledge of what he was teaching.

Alyson Hoffman: Instructor was imformative, fun and knowledgeable.

Elise Smith: Dynamic, fast paced, thorough!

Charles Benjamin: (The Captain) was extremely engaging and was able to effectively communicate in a clear and understandable manor.

Harry Yospin: (Via email) Just a note to tell you that the class… was well thought out and moved along at a very quick pace. I found that the sessions flew and that I was really prepared for the test. I also found it interesting in how many things I had been doing correctly for years and even one or two that needed to be done better or different. I would not hesitate to recommend his class.

Jacob Strock: I was extremely satisfied with this course. Instructions were easy to follow and the friendly instructor made the experience enjoyable.

Robert Bridgman: Knowledgeable instructor. Good pace and class interaction.

Barry Zagnit: Good jog. Excellent instructor. Kept a good pace, good examples. Kept it interesting

Jevon Ynoa: Instructor was great! Made it very easy to follow and fun.

Gary Walters: Interesting and I learned a good amount of safety that I did not know.

James Gallagher: Well prepared and informative. Gave good examples and uses of humor. Followed outline of book.

Dominick Andreula: Perfect teaching and preparation.

Patrick Idore: He was very precise and made the course a pleasure.

Marc Benigno: The instructor made it extremely easy and understandable.

Robert Swiatek: The instructor had a good grasp of material and was able to convey it.

John Dennerlein: Instructor was well organized, informative and engaging. Excellent instructor!

Raymond Morasse, Jr.: Made it interesting and painless.

Kenneth Dinicola: Top flight instructor, excellent course materials.

Dorothy Wright: Great antidotes, good information, course moved quickly.

Matthew Setola: Everything was fantastic; I took the on-line course but learned 5 times as much in this class.

Stephen Goldberg: Instructor mad a long day pass quickly.

Burry Vanderveer: (Via email) Our instructor was very good. Very dynamic, good speaker, articulate and kept the class moving and resisted segways into different topics. Sense of humor as well which helps move the course along. Good experience level from what I gathered.